KNOX would not take no for an answer. He immediately told us to pack our bags—not that there was much to take—and then we would leave first thing in the morning. When I took a look outside, the little cabin was surrounded by knights in shining armor. Their armor glinted in the darkness. Their shining swords were reflected by the moonlight. Knox’s little army suddenly made the cabin feel bigger than it should.
After giving the kids the herbal medicine that Sir Moonshine brought, they all went back to sleep as if nothing happened. Rita and Flint tried to rest as much as they could, while I was still pumped with adrenaline. My blood would not stop pumping so hard. It was as if I was in constant worry. Alarmed, I stood wide awake near where I could see my sons.
Until Knox sat next to me. He
